Nuggets guard J.R. Smith has been suspended by the organization for the first three games of the regular season for conduct detrimental to the team.

According to Denver County Court records, Smith has been issued a summons to appear in court to answer to allegations of destruction of private property, disturbing the peace and assault in an incident at DC-10 lounge at 940 Lincoln on Oct. 13.

The case was filed Wednesday. Police received calls at 1:40 a.m. on Oct. 13.

“There was a disturbance and a fight and a call for an ambulance,” said Lt. Ron Saunier, spokesman for the Denver Police Department.

Saunier said the decision was made to issue Smith a summons rather than arrest him.

Smith will miss games against Seattle, Minnesota and New Orleans.

In a statement released by the team, Smith apologized.

“I take full responsibility for my actions that led to this suspension,” Smith said. “I realize that the organization wants to help me become not only a better player but also the best person I can off the court. I apologize to my teammates, the coaching staff, my family and Nuggets fans. I promise to learn from this situation and look forward to returning shortly and being the best teammate I possibly can.”

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